ai4bharat/Pralekha huggingface dataset:
Ministry of Earth Sciences
The northern Limit of southwest monsoon  continues to pass through Barmer, Bhilwara, Dholpur, Aligarh, Meerut, Ambala and Amritsar
According to the National Weather Forecasting Centre of the India Meteorological Department :
 Based on 0830 hours IST Observations
All India Weather Inference 
- The northern Limit of southwest monsoon  continues to pass through Lat. 26°N / Long. 70°E, Barmer, Bhilwara, Dholpur, Aligarh, Meerut, Ambala and Amritsar.
- Prevailing meteorological conditions, large scale atmospheric features and the forecast wind pattern by dynamical models suggest that no favourable conditions are likely to develop for further advance of southwest monsoon into remaining parts of Rajasthan, west Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Chandigarh & Delhi and Punjab during next 67 days.
- The cyclonic circulation over northwest Madhya Pradesh & neighbourhood now lies over East Rajasthan &
neighbourhood at 0.9 km above mean sea level.
- A trough at 0.9 km above mean sea level runs from cyclonic circulation over East Rajasthan & neighbourhood to West Assam.
- A trough runs from North Interior Karnataka to Saurashtra at 3.1 km above mean sea level.
- The cyclonic circulation over north Chhattisgarh & neighbourhood now lies over northeast Madhya Pradesh & neighbourhood at 1.5 km above mean sea level.
- The cyclonic circulation over Coastal Andhra Pradesh & neighbourhood now lies over Telangana & neighbourhood between 1.5 & 5.8 km above mean sea level tilting westwards with height.
- The cyclonic circulation over West central Arabian Sea off south Oman coast between 3.1 km & 5.8 km above mean sea level persists.
- A cyclonic circulation lies over Comorin area and adjoining Equatorial India Ocean between 5.8 km & 7.6 km above mean sea level persists.
- The Western Disturbance as a cyclonic circulation over south Afghanistan & neighbourhood now lies over north Pakistan & neighbourhood at 5.8 km above mean sea level.
- The cyclonic circulation over northwest Rajasthan & adjoining Pakistan extending upto 2.1 km above mean sea level has become less marked.
- The cyclonic circulation over south Gujarat region & neighbourhood between 2.1 km & 5.8 km above mean sea level has become less marked.
- The trough at mean sea level from northwest Uttar Pradesh to northwest Bay of Bengal has become less marked.
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
STATUS OF EXPRESSWAYS
The length of the National Expressways  envisaged in the country prior to Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase-I & during Bharatmala Pariyojana Phase-I as well as length constructed, since 2014, are as under:
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State
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Length of National Expressways 
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Length completed 
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Andhra Pradesh
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85
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-
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Delhi
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37
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12
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Gujarat
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625.32
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97
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Haryana
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339.16
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122
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UT Jammu & Kashmir
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88.49
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-
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Karnataka
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71
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-
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Madhya Pradesh
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244.5
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179
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Maharashtra
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171.11
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-
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Punjab
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422.3
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-
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Rajasthan
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373.63
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182
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Tamil Nadu
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106
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-
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Uttar Pradesh
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273.6
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166
Some more National Expressways are in conceptualization stage for which feasibility/Detailed Project Report  preparation have also been initiated.
The projects of National Expressways are taken up after consultations with all Stake holders including State Governments for finalization of alignment, sharing of cost etc.
This information was given by the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari in a written reply in the Rajya Sabha.
Prime Minister's Office
PM condoles the demise of Baba Yogendra ji
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has condoled the demise of Baba Yogendra, Padma Shri and the National Guardian of ‘Sanskar Bharti’. The Prime Minister termed his death as ‘irreparable loss to the world of art’.
The Prime Minister tweeted:
“देश सेवा में समर्पित पद्मश्री बाबा योगेंद्र जी के देहावसान से अत्यंत दुख हुआ है। उनका जाना संपूर्ण कला जगत के लिए एक अपूरणीय क्षति है। ईश्वर उन्हें अपने श्रीचरणों में स्थान दे। ओम शांति!”
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Ministry of Railways
Indian Railways to set up the manufacturing facility of Forged Wheel Plant with the capacity of 80,000 wheels per annum for next 20 years
Tender floated for setting up manufacturing plant for forged wheels in the country
Price Bid opened today, L1 is from M/s Ramakrishna Forgings Ltd., Kolkata, L2 is from M/s Bharat Forge, Pune, L3 is from SAIL.
Very competitive, fair and transparent bidding process adopted on e-platform
Once the new plant is set up, full requirement of forged wheels for locomotives and Coaching Stock will be met from domestic sources
An important initiative in the direction Make in India Initiative for Import Substitution
To meet the requirement of forged wheels for the rolling stock, Indian Railways had floated a tender for setting up a manufacturing plant in the country with assured offtake of 80,000 wheels per annum for next 20 years so that the requirement is met from domestic sources. It is an important initiative in the direction Make in India Initiative for Import Substitution.
The bidding process was very transparent and competitive. Tender was opened on 24th Jan’23. Three Bids from following firms have been received from M/s Steel Authority of India Ltd,M/s Bharat Forge, Pune, M/s Ramakrishna Forgings, Kolkata. Price Bid opened on 14-03-2023. L1 is from M/s Ramakrishna Forgings Ltd., Kolkata. L2 is from M/s Bharat Forge, Pune, L3 is from SAIL.
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SN
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Firm
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Rs. per tonne
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1
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M/s Ramakrishna Forgings, Kolkata
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1,88,100
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2
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M/s Bharat Forge, Pune
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2,75,000
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3
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M/s Steel Authority of India Ltd
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2,89,500
The successful bidder to set up the manufacturing facility within 36 months from award date and to supply the wheels of various types @80,000 p.a. To consider the learning curve and economies of volume, the price applicable will be reduced by 2% every year upto 3 years and the 4th year onwards the applicable price will be 94% of the quoted price which is valid for the balance period of 20 years. The pre-determined price variation clause is applicable for the price on quarterly basis.
Presently, SAIL is supplying at an average rate of Rs.1,87,000 per tonne. Existing Domestic Capacity is SAIL - 40,000 wheels, RINL- 80,000 wheels - Total- 1,20,000.
Indian Railways has been importing various types of forged wheels required for locomotives and coaching stock  since 1960s from UK, Czech Republic, Brazil, Romani, Japan, China, Ukraine and Russia. In this year , 80,000 wheels worth approx. 520 Crore are imported from China & Russia, with remaining 40,000 being sourced from SAIL. Currently, due to Russia-Ukraine Crisis, all the import requirement of wheels is being met from China. Requirement of wheels is projected to increase upto 2 lac by 2026 onwards due to induction of more and more high speed trains.
Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
Baghjan Gas Blowout and Fire Incident- Discussion between MoPNG and US Department of Energy
Senior officials of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas along with the CMDs of OIL and ONGC, the Crisis Management Team and other experts held detailed discussions with senior officials of the US Department of Energy  and US specialists on oil & gas disaster control on 12 June 2020 on containment of the Blowout and Fire in the gas well of Oil India Limited  at Baghjan, Tinsukia District of Assam. The foreign experts from Singapore also attended the meeting.
The US side shared their experience in dealing with similar gas blowout incidents in the US. The Indian side elaborated the entire spectrum of ongoing efforts at Baghjan to contain the fire and also preparations for capping the Well, including from the perspective of preventing spread of fire, water management system, removal of debris, use of modern technologies including drones and eventual remediation process to cap the well. The US DOE and experts have broadly endorsed the steps taken so far by OIL and ONGC experts, and also the plans outlined in containing the fire as well as to cap the Well. Both sides decided to exchange views again in the coming days and also review the progress on capping the Well. These discussions were held as part of the ongoing India-US strategic energy partnership.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM expresses happiness over India being chosen the host for 2023 International Olympic Committee Session
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed happiness over India being chosen as the host for 2023 International Olympic Committee Session.
The Prime Minister's Office tweeted;
"It is gladdening to note that India has been chosen to host the 2023 International Olympic Committee Session. I am confident this will be a memorable IOC session and will lead to positive outcomes for world sports: PM @narendramodi
#StrongerTogether"
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Webinar on “Women in Renewable Energy and Sustainability”
Speakers deliberate on bringing more women to the forefront in Renewable Energy Sector
The Ministry of New and Renewable Energy , in collaboration with the International Solar Alliance , organized a webinar on “Women in Renewable Energy and Sustainability” today. The welcome address was given by Mr. Indu Shekhar Chaturvedi, Secretary, MNRE. Dr. Ajay Mathur, Director General, International Solar Alliance and Ms. Susan Ferguson, UN Women’s Country representative for India delivered keynote addresses.
The webinar featured two panel discussions. The theme for the first panel was “Women Leadership in Renewables: Envisioning a New World” and it saw the participation of Ms. Gauri Singh, Deputy Director General, International Renewable Energy Agency , Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, The Energy and Resources Institute , Ms. Mahua Acharya, CEO, EESL Convergence, Ms. Sullajja Firodia Motwani, Kinetic Green and Dr. Arunabha Ghosh, CEO, Council on Energy, Environment and Water . The theme for the second panel was “Women Entrepreneurs in RE: A gateway to innovation and economic growth” and the panellists included Ms. Reema Nanavaty, Secretary General, Self Employed Women’s Association , Ms. Meagan Fallone, Barefoot college, Ms. Ajaita Shah, CEO, Frontier Markets, Ms. Cecile Martin Phipps, Director Communication and Strategy, ISA, Ms. Suhela Khan, UN-Women and Mr. Praveen Saxena, CEO, Skill Council for Green Jobs.
The webinar was joined by audiences from around the world. This was an opportunity to open a consequential dialogue towards bringing more and more women to the forefront and in leading positions in the Renewable Energy sector as well as making entrepreneurial opportunities available to them. The webinar was also a part of India’s global advocacy efforts in the role of a Global Theme Champion for the UN High Level Dialogue on Energy which is set to take place in September 2021.
Watch the Webinar here:
Special Service and Features
Awareness campaign on Covid Appropriate Behaviour launched by TN Medical Minister Shri Ma Subramanian Event jointly launched by PIB, DPH & UNICEF today
A four-day awareness campaign on Covid Appropriate Behavior jointly organised by UNICEF, TN Directorate of Public Health, Chennai Corporation and Press Information Bureau, Min.of I&B, Govt. of India, Chennai was launched by TN Medical and Family Welfare Minister Shri Ma Subramanian at Tiruvanmiyur Market area in Chennai today.
Ten mini vans with posters and loudspeakers to announce Covid Appropriate Behaviours  were flagged off by the Minister Shri Ma Subramanian before the event.
These vans will move around crowded residential areas and market places in the city for the next four days during the four-day campaign till July 5th.
As part of the awareness program volunteers will also reach out to the public with key messages to strictly adopt Covid Appropriate Behaviours  and motivate them to get vaccinated.
Volunteers would also distribute pamphlets to reinforce the message urging people to wear mask, frequently wash their hands with soap, use sanitizer and maintain physical distancing and also avoid crowded places to control the surge of cases.
TN Health Secretary, Shri Radhakrishnan, ADG, PIB, Chennai, Shri M Annadurai, Director of Public Health Dr Selvavinayagam, UNICEF TN Chief Shri Sugata, Dr Arun Kumar, WHO, Dr V. Vijayalakshmi, JD Public Health and Shri B. Gurubabu, Director, PIB, Chennai also participated in the event.
Ministry of Science & Technology
Scientists join hands targeting to synthesize compounds to inhibit maturation & propagation of COVID 19 virus
Scientists from India, Russia, Brazil, and South Africa will work together to repurpose, validate and synthesise lead compounds against main protease and RNA replicas, the enzyme that catalyzes the replication of RNA, of SARS-CoV-2. The approach which could inhibit both maturation and propagation of viruses during the infection in the host cells can help produce new COVID-19 medicines with improved production methods.
The area of multistage targeted inhibitors of SARS-CoV-2 has emerged few months back after WHO announced Covid-19 as global emergency. The multistage process involves viral genome replication, transcription and maturation are the multistage processes, which are interlinked in the viral machinery and promote viral propagation. They are regulated by the enzymes protease and RNA replicase. Inhibiting these effects would be crucial to complete the dream of millions of people on this earth to develop/repurpose a drug molecule against COVID-19.
A consortium consisting of Dr. Dhruv Kumar, Professor from Amity Institute of Molecular Medicine and Stem Cell Research, Dr. Brijesh Rathi, Assistant Professor, Hansraj College, the University of Delhi from India, Dr. LindomarJosé Pena, Virologia e Terapia Experimental  from Brazil Av. Professor Moraes Rego, s/n – Campusda UFPE – Cidade Universitária, Brasil), Russia  and Dr. Anil Chuturgoon, University of KwaZulu-Natal South Africa will identify and synthesize phytochemicals against main protease and RNA-dependent RNA polymerase of SARS-CoV-2. They will also conduct biochemical assays, including cytotoxicity lead compounds against main protease and RNA dependent RNA polymerase of SARS-CoV-2, and conduct target validation of lead compounds through molecular dynamics simulation and biochemical methods.
While efforts have been made to selectively inhibit a single target enzyme of SARS-CoV-2, but effective potential inhibitors against both replication and maturation machinery of SARS-CoV-2 is yet to be found.
The Department of Science and Technology will be supporting this research which brings multiple expertise from the several BRICS countries to bring a solution to the COVID-19 crisis that the world is combatting at present.
As drug discovery is a complex process, the collaborative effort involving experts from bioinformatics, organic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, drug screening, and parasitologists would be of great value for the search of new efficient drugs against COVID-19. The consolidation of efforts, knowledge, and experience of scientists and specialists from different areas will lead to the optimization of the health system and health care both in BRICS countries.
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Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Shri Nitin Gadkari inaugurates 12 National Highway Projects of total length of 460 KM worth Rs. 8000 Crore and 7 CRIF Projects in Hyderabad
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari inaugurated 12 National Highway Projects of total length of 460 Km worth Rs. 8000 Crore and 7 CRIF Projects in Hyderabad in the august presence of Union Minister Shri G Kishan Reddy, MoS Gen V. K. Singh, Shri Vemula Prashanth Reddy, MPs, MLAs, MLCs and dignitaries.
The NH Projects of a total length 460 KM with an investment of ₹ 8,000 Crore will boost the inter state connectivity by enabling seamless travel from Telangana to Maharashtra, Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh. The fast paced Highway development will boost trade and commerce in the region and create sustainable employment opportunities for the youth.
Under the leadership of PM Shri Narendra Modi, the network of state of art and safe National Highways built will have transformational impact on the socio-economic prosperity of the people in Hyderabad and Telangana.
Ministry of Labour & Employment
Ministry of Labour and Employment takes Strides Towards Swachhata and Efficiency
The Ministry of Labour and Employment is dedicated to institutionalizing Swachhata  and minimizing pendency within the ministry, its autonomous bodies, and field formations. Inspired by the vision of Prime Minister, the Ministry is steadfast in its commitment to creating a more streamlined and efficient government.
Progress Highlights :
- 3699 Physical Files Weeded Out: Our rigorous efforts in decluttering and organizing records have resulted in significant progress towards a more efficient workflow.
- 100% Implementation of E-Office: Embracing modern technology, we have fully integrated the E-Office system to reduce paperwork and streamline processes.
- 96.95% Pending Public Grievances Disposed Of: Timely resolution of public grievances remains a top priority, and we are proud to have addressed a substantial number of them 
- 98.70% Pending Public Grievance Appeals Disposed Of: Ensuring that the concerns of the public are heard and acted upon promptly is integral to our mission 
- References from MPs: 77.5% references received from MPs have been disposed of 
- Cleanliness campaign conducted on 1256 sites.
Looking ahead, the Ministry of Labour and Employment is gearing up for the upcoming Swachhata Campaign 3.0. Scheduled to take place from 2nd to 31st October 2023, this campaign is designed to further institutionalize cleanliness and reduce pending matters within the ministry, its autonomous bodies, and field formations.
Under the visionary leadership of Union Minister for Labour and Employment and the support of esteemed team, the Ministry is fully committed to the successful implementation of activities under Swachhata Campaign 3.0.
Ministry of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare
9th round of talks between Government and Farmers Unions held inVigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
Next round of dialogue to be held on 19th January 2021
Union Minister for Agriculture Shri Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister for Railways, Commerce and Industry and Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Piyush Goyal and Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry Shri Som Prakash participated in the 9th round of talks with the representatives of 41 Farmers’ Unions at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi today. At the outset Shri Tomar greeted the Farmers’ Unions on the occasion of Makar Sankranti and thanked them for keeping the agitation peaceful.
The Agriculture Minister suggested that discussions with Farmers Unions can also take place in an informal group so that a way forward can be found. He said that in a democracy the government honours the Supreme Court’s directions. Shri Tomar once again reiterated that point wise discussion can take place on contentious issues. Each State in the country has different circumstances and a lot of farmers across the country support these new farm laws. He also said that procurement of farmers produce at Minimum Support Price  has increased during this season and procurement centres have also increased.
Union Minister for Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Shri Piyush Goyal explained the provisions of the Essential Commodities Amendment Act, 2020 during the discussion. He also elaborated how this Act will benefit the Agriculture sector and farmers.
It was mutually decided that the next round of talks will be held on 19th January 2021 as dialogue is the only way forward.
Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation
NWIC setup as a single window source of updated data on water resources
Consequent upon approval of the Cabinet, National Water Informatics Centre  has recently been created by Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation at New Delhi vide notification dated 28th March 2018. NWIC would be a repository of nation-wide water resources data and would work as a Subordinate Office under the Ministry of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation. The centre would be headed by a Joint Secretary level officer.
The management of water resources is a highly complex and tedious task that involves expertise of multidisciplinary domains and depend on historical and real time reliable data and information. For this, the first requirement is to develop, maintain and update regularly a comprehensive “Water Resources Information System”  in public domain for awareness and involvement of all concerned for effective integrated water resources management. This is also prerequisite for scientific assessment, monitoring, modelling and Decision Support System  and Integrated water resource Management. In this back drop NWIC is expected to provide a ‘Single Window’ source of updated data on water resources & allied themes; and provides value added products and services to all stake holders for its management and sustainable development.
To empower, inform and enrich every citizen with upto date and reliable water data  and information through web based India Water Resources Information System  on a GIS platform in Public Domain; and to develop value added products and services for all aspects of integrated water resources management serving the nation through research, capacity building, linkages, outreach and better governance in water resources sector.
Besides the centre will also collaborate with leading research institutes nationally as well as internationally to provide technical support to other central and state organizations dealing with water, emergency response for hydrological extremes.
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Rashtrapati Ji on being conferred highest civilian award of Suriname
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Rashtrapati Ji on being conferred the highest civilian award of Suriname – Grand Order of the Chain of the Yellow Star.
In response to a tweet by the President of India, the Prime Minister said;
"Congratulations to Rashtrapati Ji on being conferred the highest civilian award of Suriname – Grand Order of the Chain of the Yellow Star. This special gesture from the Government and people of Suriname symbolizes the enduring friendship between our countries."
Prime Minister's Office
PM congratulates Antim Panghal for Bronze in Freestyle 53kg Women's Wrestling
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has congratulated Antim Panghal for winning Bronze medal in Freestyle 53kg Women's Wrestling at the Asian Games.
The Prime Minister posted on X :
"Congratulations to @OlyAntim for clinching the Bronze Medal in Freestyle 53kg Women's Wrestling event. Our nation is proud of her. Keep shining, keep inspiring!"
Prime Minister's Office
PM greets the nation on Bhai Dooj
Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has greeted the nation on the auspicious occasion of Bhai Dooj.
“भाई दूज के पावन पर्व की सभी देशवासियों को बहुत-बहुत बधाई। Greetings to you all on the special occasion of Bhai Dooj, a festival that celebrates the strong brother-sister bond”, the Prime Minister said.
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
COVID-19 UPDATE
219.50 cr Total Vaccine doses  have been administered so far under Nationwide Vaccination Drive
4,63,338 doses administered in last 24 hours
India's Active caseload currently stands at 25,037
Active cases stand at 0.06%
Recovery Rate currently at 98.76%
2,582 recoveries in the last 24 hours increases Total Recoveries to
4,40,84,646
2,119 new cases recorded in the last 24 hours
Daily positivity rate 
Weekly Positivity Rate 
89.96 cr Total Tests conducted so far; 1,88,220 tests conducted in the last 24 hours